Pampers Pure Protection Diapers
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing diapers as plant-based when more of the content comes from petroleum than from plants
Pampers “natural clean” Wipes
January 2018: This case was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled., the reasons for which have not been disclosed.
October 2017: A class-action lawsuit was filed against Procter & Gamble for allegedly falsely representing that Pampers “natural clean” wipes are natural and safer than traditional wipes when, according to plaintiffs, the wipes contain unnatural ingredients, as well as an ingredient that the FDA says may cause adverse health consequences. (Brumfield et al v. Procter & Gamble Co., Case No. 17-cv-8095, S.D.N.Y.)
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Pampers Baby Wipes
December 2017: The parties informed the Court that they reached a settlement agreement and anticipate filing a stipulation to dismiss the case. The terms of the settlement have not been…
Flushable Wipes: Pampers® Kandoo® and Charmin Freshmates®
December 2016: An amended complaint was filed in the state court action against Procter & Gamble and Nehemiah Manufacturing Company. Specifically, the complaint alleges that the companies deceptively market Pampers…
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